It’s been a wild and wonderful week with activities related to the official launch of my book, “Surviving Sue”. I thought I was humbled before – grateful for the interest and support from friends and family – but the intensity grew as the week unfolded. I share a “Peek Inside” the launch party on Victoria … More When We Get Swept Up in Self
I wrote a piece recently on my personal blog about a beloved rocking chair that my dad restored. He’s been gone for many years, but the sweet little rocker is a cherished memento of something he lovingly touched as he restored it. I’d say he improved it…the luster is pretty fabulous: When I wrote about … More Grace & Patience
Living in a very small, semi-rural town is important to me and I can’t imagine ever embracing big city life. I grew up one town over, although that town has changed dramatically since 1960 when my parents bought my childhood home. I believe the planners call it urban sprawl. Fortunately my current small town has … More The Essence of Community
Just a few months before my dad passed away, the Easter Bunny (aka my mom) gifted her not quite three-year old granddaughter, Delaney, with an unconventional gift in her basket of goodies. An umbrella. A pretty pink parasol, along with a “Mary Poppins” DVD and the standard jellybeans and marshmallow “Peep” confections. When she was … More Fresh Peeps & Pink Parasols
“You’re One of Those Sunny People…” … More Smiling to Myself
She WAS quirky…and hated wearing shoes… … More Dirty Socks & Love
You know that feeling? The one where you’re hanging on by a thread? … More Empathy in Living Color
Whoever Megan was, she’d given Laura a gift far more precious than a hot meal. … More The Gift
A sparkling quote…Friday inspiration… … More Kindness Wins
For me, control is the near enemy of kindness. When I want something that I think I’m doing to land a certain way or the recipient to respond in a particular way, I know I’m not being kind but instead controlling. … More When Kindness Falls Like Rain
The Heart of the Matter 